MSc Information Technology

An 18-month part-time Cardiff Metropolitan University master's in IT, with information security, analytics and technology project management.

Awarded by

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Next intake: May 2027
LevelMaster
Duration1.5 Years
Study modepart-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

This part-time MSc from Cardiff Metropolitan University runs for 18 months at ICBT Campus in Colombo and Kandy. It builds advanced computing expertise in algorithms, cloud and edge computing and applications, with a practical, problem-solving focus. Semester one covers information security, programming for data analytics, and data analytics and visualisation. Semester two covers research and professional practice, business process analysis, advances in IT management and technology project management. The final semester is a technology dissertation. Intakes are listed in May and November.

Modules

8 modules
Master's Modules8 modules
Information SecuritySemester 1
Programming for Data AnalyticSemester 1
Data Analytics and VisualisationSemester 1
Research and Professional PracticeSemester 2
Business Process AnalysisSemester 2
Advances in IT ManagementSemester 2
Technology Project ManagementSemester 2
Technology DissertationSemester 3

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Degree Route

An undergraduate honours degree or equivalent (or expected) in a relevant area such as Computing, Information Systems or Engineering, with a minimum 2:2 classification.

Professional Route

A suitable professional qualification from an appropriate professional body, such as BCS.

Assessment of Eligibility
  • Relevance is decided by the Programme Director from the transcript and, if needed, an interview.
  • For applicants from outside the UK, equivalence is determined by the International Admissions Team.

Facilities

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Key information

Level

master

Duration

1.5 Years ยท part-time

Location

Colombo, Kandy

Fees

On request

Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 14, 2026

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